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The Promark Cool Rod Specialty Drum Sticks provide drummers an alternative sound with enhanced control and expressiveness. The Cool Rods blend the attack of drumsticks with the subtlety of brushes for a versatile playing experience suited to any genre or venue. Constructed of premium birch dowels, the Cool Rods have a lively rebound and natural feel that inspires creativity. For drummers seeking new textures and more delicate tones in their playing, the Cool Rods are an essential addition to the kit.

Balanced Attack and Articulation

Promark designed the Cool Rods to strike a balance between the assertive strike of drumsticks and the gentle swish of brushes. The result is a playing experience with enhanced finesse and control. Drummers can achieve a diversity of articulations, from forceful accents to the lightest taps. The Cool Rods open up more possibilities for creative expression and help drummers find their unique voice.

Versatile Tones for Any Gig

The Cool Rods produce a range of tones suited for any musical context, from the subtleties of jazz clubs to the energy of rock venues. Their medium-soft birch dowels generate a sound somewhere between sticks and brushes—not as loud as drumsticks but more pronounced than brushes. This tonal versatility gives drummers the flexibility to adapt their playing to different gigs and genres. Whether performing an impromptu jazz set or an amplified stadium show, the Cool Rods provide the control and tonal palette to shine in any setting.

Premium Construction and Feel

As with all Promark products, the Cool Rods are handcrafted using only the finest materials. The birch dowels have been carefully selected and finished to achieve an exceptional consistency and playing feel. Their durable construction and time-tested design provide drummers with a premium playing experience and years of reliable service. For over 50 years, Promark has been pushing the boundaries of drumstick innovation. With the Cool Rods, they continue to deliver an unparalleled level of craftsmanship and musical inspiration to drummers worldwide.

Promark Cool Rod Specialty Drum Sticks
Promark Cool Rod Specialty Drum Sticks
Promark Cool Rod Specialty Drum Sticks

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  • Made with select birch dowels
  • Snappier than brushes
  • Quieter than conventional sticks

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4.2

10 Reviews

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

A MUST HAVE!

I used to play with Hot Rods, but the Cool Rods sound better and crisper to me. Just like a stick, but slightly quieter. Brings more guts out of the snare than a regular stick as well. Very clean though, and no muddled sound, do NOT try and make them yourself, or you will only get muddled sounds.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

Great product, hilariously overpriced

Feel great in your hands! I used them on a bop kit behind a choir, and they were exactly the right timbre and volume!

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Best Uses
  1. Concerts4
  2. Practicing4
  3. Back-Up2
  4. Performance and recording Not for practice.1
  5. great for lower volume venue gigs. I love them!1
Cons
  1. 30 dollars. Comically overpriced.1
  2. Too Expensive, don't last long enough1
  3. They don't last long enough and are too pricy1
Describe Yourself
  1. Professional Musician5
  2. Experienced2
  3. Novice1
Pros
  1. Good Quality7
  2. Easy To Use5
  3. Functional4
  4. Improves Sound4
  5. They actually BOUNCE!1
  • These are great sticks for apartment drummers

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted6 months ago

    byGregory

    fromRockford Illinois

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    These sticks have a light sound that is unique but still give you great rebound feel. Great for environments that need to be more on the quiet side. #sweepstakes

  • Great product, would purchase again.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted8 months ago

    byBrian

    fromGlendora

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Durable and reliable

  • Great product, hilariously overpriced

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byMatt

    fromHouston TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Feel great in your hands! I used them on a bop kit behind a choir, and they were exactly the right timbre and volume!

  • Nope

    1

    submitted5 years ago

    byRich

    fromDetroit,mi

    They cost too much

  • I would buy this product again as I regularly do

    4

    submitted5 years ago

    byCommissioner

    fromBorrego Springs CA

    I use them when I need to stay back in the mix or when I want to be up front in a quieter venue. Not great for ride cymbals but fine for hats. You can tape them up for more attack or get a nice robust brush type sound but a little livelier as they naturally "fan out". I've used them for recording with good results, can rock the pocket and get soft when needed.They do splinter and chip which can be a problem at $20-21 bucks a pair! They need to be sturdier! I still love em though.

  • love these rods

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byPaul

    fromBorrego Springs-Julian CA area San Diego

    Really great sound with full arm action at lower volume venues. One can stay in the mix yet still rock! Only drawback is that they don't hold up well and they cost too much. That said, I still find them to be a great option and they record well too!

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  • asked byKitty

    fromClinton, NJ

    How many birch dowels do they have 5 or 7?

    How many birch dowels do they have 5 or 7?

    Open Reply - Gear-Advisor
    Made with nineteen small birch dowels